Wooden Cat Scratcher with Sisal Board and Balls

The frame of this scratcher is pine wood in a simple Z shape. One side carries a sloped sisal board that cats can stretch up against and rake with their claws. Beside it, three sisal-rope balls are stacked in a column for batting and scratching, and a felt-topped platform at the top gives your cat somewhere to perch or rest a paw.

It stands about 18.1 in (46 cm) tall on a flat wooden base roughly 13 in (33 cm) square. The top platform measures about 11.4 x 13 in (29 x 33 cm). It is built from solid wood, felt and sisal, and the minimalist look suits a living room better than a bulky carpeted tower.

At about 6.5 lb (2.95 kg), it is weighty enough to stay put while your cat scratches. Set it on a flat, hard floor so the base sits steady while your cat scratches.

Sisal frays slowly with use, which is normal wear for a scratching surface. It is best placed beside a sofa arm or in a corner your cat already visits. The platform is compact, so it is a perch for a cat to rest a paw or sit on briefly rather than a full-size bed.